Affordable

Effective

Academic Tutoring Lesson Reviews from Students

Students are raving about their Academic Tutoring instructors on TakeLessons.
Check out some of these recent reviews.

Review by Brittany

"I had the pleasure of calling Mr. Y my teacher for one year during my junior year of high school when he taught me Pre-Calculus. Mr. Y is a great teacher

for several reasons. He is extremely knowledgable and is able to answer any questions with ease and clarity. He really encourages the students to ask questions and is always readily available to offer any help when needed. Mr. Y respected me as a student and I feel that because he was very passionate about math, it made going to class more enjoyable and interesting. I began to look forward to all of the new concepts we learned. Because Mr. Y has a vast knowledge for math, it helped me gain a deeper understanding of the concepts. He did not just teach surface-level; he really strived to help the students understand not only how a concept worked but why, which is the most important part!"

...

Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Eli Y.

Review by Sarah

"Thank you, Sarah's Mom! Glad you were able to do Sunday."

Orlando, FL teacher:
Christine D.

Review by Monika plaza

"Ben is great teacher my daughter really likes lessons with him."

Chicago, IL teacher:
Benjamin K.

Review by Michael

"She taught me a lot about short stories and novels. I really enjoyed the class"

Omaha, NE teacher:
Detra D.

Review by Robert

"I had an exam two days away and I was very grateful Mike was able to help me polynomials and how they are graphed. I learned some great websites also."

New York, NY teacher:
D. Michael D.

Review by Kathy

"Ms. McClintock was wonderful. She took her time to describe the admission process to my students. Answered each question thoroughly and provided resourc

es to follow up if needed. You will gain a lot of information about the admission process from Ms. McClintock."

Popular Academic Tutoring Tutors Near Los Altos

Jeff W.

About Jeff

Hello Students/Parents:

I have been drumming for 20 years. I tend to work mainly as a freelance drummer on multiple acts in the San Francisco Bay Area. My main Styles tend to include; Pop,Rock,Funk,Reggae and Hip-hop, but I am open to anything. I am funny, friendly, outgoing, great with kids, and have been teaching music for 5 years and counting.

During our first lesson we will discuss plans that will help you reach your goals and make you happy as a drummer. I am open to teach you anything, no matter where your strength or weaknesses may fall. For example: we will work on a fun so

ng/groove-- then we will work on reading and/or rudiments. I am also very patient and Flexible to those students whom have special needs, or want to go slower. I teach using a combination of modern, traditional and personal books, and Popular music charts.

* Travel Equipment:I will bring the following: my laptop for music purposes and songs, and my curriculum. I expect my student to have the following: A pair of sticks, a practice pad/or small sized drum kit, headphones of any kind, and a music stand. I will plan to use one drum set switching off.

"When the student combines his/her playing with a strong practice, playing, and performance regimen, they are bound to get better and improve to continue making music a concrete hobby in their life."

Thanks!-Jeff

...

Reviews

Julia March 28, 2016
Drum ·
In studio

Jeff has been great! I'm an adult student, returning to drumming after at least 15 years. My lessons have been fun, and the instructions have been excellent.

Matthew B. October 19, 2015
Drum ·
In home Verified Student

Jeff is awesome! He's super kind and patient, as well as talented at the drums. He's definitely invested in his students' success too.

Adrien P. February 8, 2014
Drum Verified Student

Great lessons, great teacher

It's only been 4 lessons but I really appreciate how the lessons are going. Jeff gives good explanations on how to read music and how to execute on the drums.Good pieces of advice too when some parts are hard to play !

Jeff W.

Jeff W.

YUNTING X.

About YUNTING

Yunting received her B.S degree in Chemistry at UC San Diego in 2013. As an expert in her field, she looks forward to helping new students achieve their goals.

Yunting started her tutoring experience as early as senior in high school. Her advance Math background from China education enable her to master in Algebra 2 immediately. She also worked as teacher's assistant in Garden Gate Elementary School for one year, which gave her experience of teaching around young age child. Yunting's intermittent tutoring experience throughout her college education not only reinforce her academic knowledge

but also makes her realize her passion about teaching.

Yunting's teaching style is flexible and will be adjusted according to student's need. She is incredibly patient and skillful to help students learn and understand the subject comprehensively.

Yunting has helped students boost their test scores, have better understanding of the subject, develop good study habits and build up confidence.

...

Reviews

Tiffany C. August 28, 2016
Chemistry ·
In home Verified Student

I gave Yunting a 5 stars. She came on time and my daughter is very happy with the tutoring session. We booked Yungting for the rest of Sept and Oct 2016.

YUNTING X.

YUNTING X.

Marwan S.

About Marwan

Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, I started playing piano at the age of 3, and started writing music at the age of 6.

...

Reviews

Caleb A. October 20, 2016
Piano ·
In home Verified Student

My boys took to him right away! He has a fantastic balance of high expectations/standards mixed with positive reinforcement. He also differentiated expertly with the 2 boys' ages/capacities. We look forward to continuing our lessons with him!

Caleb A. October 20, 2016
Piano ·
In home Verified Student

My boys took to him right away! He has a fantastic balance of high expectations/standards mixed with positive reinforcement. He also differentiated expertly with the 2 boys' ages/capacities. We look forward to continuing our lessons with him!

Marwan S.

Marwan S.

Melissa M.

About Melissa

I have been teaching since 2006 on a variety of topics. I graduated with an BA from the University of Wisconsin. My degree is in History with and emphasis on East Asian history.

I've taught all age groups from age 2 up to retirees. My teaching experience includes one-on-one and group classes in a variety of settings. I've taught corporate classes, private lessons, small groups, and traditional classroom lessons.

We have a student-centric philosophy of learning. Lessons are generally relaxed and designed to work towards accomplishing student determined goals. While all students will s

tudy similar fundamentals regarding technique, theory, and performance, every lesson is as different as every person. Special focus on topics like music theory, self-accompaniment, composition, song writing, and home recording are available as well.

What are your personal goals? We'll tell you what you need to do to get there, and help you take the steps to achieve your aspirations.

Lessons with small children are more focused on just having fun while developing a good musical foundation, but we prefer for them to have as much personal ownership of their lesson as possible.

...

Reviews

Melissa is a knowledgeable, direct and friendly instructor. I appreciated her foundational growth method. Teaching from the basics and building from there. I am looking forward to future lessons. Thank you Melissa!

Diana August 27, 2016
Watercolor Painting ·
In home Verified Student

Melissa was a great teacher. She was clear, patient, and provided the right amount of instruction. She provided very interesting information about the subject. I really enjoyed the lesson and will continue.

Ankita D. August 24, 2016
Ukulele ·
In studio Verified Student

Very nice and knowledgeable

View More

Melissa M.

View Profile

Melissa M.

Sunnyvale, CA 94086

(20)

starting at

$20
/ 30-min

Ingrid F.

About Ingrid

Hello! My name is Ingrid and I started teaching formally in 2009. I graduated from Stanford University in 2008 with a BA in Spanish and two minors. I spent three years teaching English abroad in both classroom and private settings. I love teaching adults and kids alike and making learning fun for everyone! I have an eye for detail and I am a huge fan of the Oxford comma. My passions include language, tea, nutrition, and kids. I look forward to meeting you and helping you reach your goals!

Recent Academic Tutoring Articles from the Blog

Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro,
check out the Academic Tutoring articles on our blog.

Getting ready to take the AP English Language and Composition exam? Check out these study tips from Olympia, WA tutor Tali H...
&nbsp;
The AP English Language and Composition exam is just over three hours, encompassing a 55-question 60-minute multiple-choice section (45% of total score) and a 135-minute time period to write three essays (55% of total score).
The more complicated part of the test, the essays, is what Ill be focusing on in this article. However, in regard to the mult …
Read More

How to Score a 5 on the AP English Language and Composition Exam

Getting ready to take the AP English Language and Composition exam? Check out these study tips from Olympia, WA tutor Tali H...
&nbsp;
The AP English Language and Composition exam is just over three hours, encompassing a 55-question 60-minute multiple-choice section (45% of total score) and a 135-minute time period to write three essays (55% of total score).
The more complicated part of the test, the essays, is what Ill be focusing on in this article. However, in regard to the mult

30 Quirky New Year's Traditions From Around the World

How much do you know about New Year's Eve traditions?
Here in the U.S., you know what to do: gather your friends and family, turn on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve in the background, and count down from 10 as midnight nears. At the strike of the clock, you know to toast everyone as the fireworks blast off, sing a verse of "Auld Lang Syne," and sneak in a New Year's kiss, if you can!
But outside of the United States, did you know there are some much more quirky New Year's Eve tradition

5 Tips for Writing Historical Fiction

Imagine transporting yourself into another time -- pretty cool right? This is exactly what readers get to do with the historical fiction genre. If you're interested in trying your hand at writing historical fiction, here are some tips for creating that immersive experience for your readers.
1. Define Your Time Period
You may have an idea for the general era in which you want your story to take place, but that's not the same thing as a defined time period. For instance, the Middle Ages enco

5 Tips for Acing Your Composition Writing Class

Falling behind in your freshman composition writing class? There's still time to get caught up. Keep reading for helpful tips from Machias, ME tutor and English teacher Matt M...
&nbsp;
I have taught English composition and literature for over a decade at the college level. During that time, Ive taught at six different universities, four domestic and two abroad. Hundreds of students have passed through my English classrooms. While nothing can ensure an A, there are many easy things st

5 Tricks for Solving Algebra Word Problems

When you're solving algebra word problems, it's smart to have a plan of attack ready to follow. Solving word problems may seem difficult, but when you read through the problem and can figure out what the specific equation is, it's no harder than a regular algebra problem. Here are some tips for getting a solid system of steps to follow when you are solving algebra word problems:
1. Read through the entire problem before trying to solve it.
While it might seem tempting to start working on the